Category Management Analyst, Sr. jobs in Longview, TX

Category Management Analyst, Sr. provides insights and recommendations to optimize new product introductions, distribution, shelving, price and promotional mix by analyzing marketing and customer data. Analyzes and assesses category/brand performance to develop enhanced marketing and sales plans and promotions. Being a Category Management Analyst, Sr. implements category plans and effective sales materials working with internal groups, suppliers, and others. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Category Management Analyst, Sr. typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Category Management Analyst, Sr. contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Category Management Analyst, Sr. typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Category Manager
  • Komatsu
  • Longview, TX FULL_TIME
  • Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, includingTimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

    Job Overview

    This Category Manager Role at Komatsu Mining will be responsible for the Mechanical-type Hardware Categories of Commodities. This Role will interact with a variety of areas both internally and externally, including but not limited to:

    *External Suppliers - All business levels, Sales Managers, Directors, VPs,Presidents/CEO encompassing divisional and corporate levels.
    *Regional and Local Supply Chain Representatives.
    *Accounting and Finance - Resolving invoice issues, monitoring PPV andresolving differences.
    *IT - Development of any Supply Chain tools and testing to maximizeProcurement efficiencies.
    *Aftermarket Parts and Customer Service - ensure Procurement support ofAftermarket customer needs. Expediting and RFQ's.
    *Legal - Contracts, global compliance initiatives, UCC filings terms and conditionsetc.
    *Engineering - Clarifying design and proposing alternatives, NPD discussions,deviation requests.
    *Operations/Manufacturing - Confirming operations plans and implementationdates.
    *Quality - Technical reviews, MRB, material deviations, COPQ and SCARs.
    *Commercial Management - NPD.
    *Warehouse - as applicable

    This Role will Travel up to 15% both Internationally and Domestically. (Travel locations currently include Japan, China, Asia, Europe, India, Mexico, Peru, Russia, South Africa, South America and Australia, along with the United States.)

    Key Job Responsibilities

    Manage Sourcing activities across Komatsu North America. Identify and qualify Suppliers capable of providing products and services to meet OE and Aftermarket requirements in accordance with SLQDC principles; ensuring productivity, continuous improvement, and negotiated lowest total overall cost. Sourcing Strategy & Negotiation - Develop and implement the commodity sourcing strategy through analysis of global markets, raw materials trends, technology, value chain analysis, and long-term sourcing plans. Prepare for and lead supplier negotiations. Initiate and manage RFI's, RFPs, and RFQ's.
    * Perform high-level global category analysis (Full spend and segment spend into sub-category if needed). Perform "Should Cost Analysis" cost models for Category to fully understand cost make-up and drive optimal cost decisions.
    * Develop specific Category Strategies for Category of Spend. i.e., Mechanical-type Hardware. Perform Industry Research to identify Qualified Suppliers to meet Komatsu needs. Benchmark Best in Class Suppliers. Lead and participate in Team Collaborations where Category Management expertise is required. Ensure Category Strategy is reflective of business goals, communicated, and executed.
    * Supplier Relationships - Manage, maintain and update all Supplier Contracts. Develop Plans for partnership relationship management for selected Suppliers, to improve financials, reduce inhouse/total costs, improve quality/6S and OTD. Provide direction and support to foster a mentoring relationship with Suppliers and adapt tactics based upon maturity and track record of the Supplier. Ensure delivery against savings targets at required quality levels.
    * Monitor Supply Markets and Commodity Trending for competitive changes and prepare cost models for respective category.
    * Standardize Contracts and Master Purchase Agreements for Category Purchases as directed by the business strategies and corporate goals.
    * Support Cost Reduction Goals established by top management and Develop/Drive Actions to meet the short term and long-term cost reduction goals.
    * Evaluate various Supplier Performance Metrics including related value elements, performance trends and risk analysis to ensure Category Strategy is working and corrective action is taken when needed.
    * Ongoing Evaluation of the Supply Base in the areas of market research, product quality, competitive pricing, capability and capacity. Perform SWAT and Supplier Risk Analysis.
    * Travel to various Supplier Locations worldwide to investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies, and/or resolve any supply chain or quality issues. Additional reasons for Travel could include... Review of internal customer spends & requirements, supplier site visits, development of new suppliers, on-going supplier management, etc.

    Qualifications/Requirements

    * Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Business is highly preferred. Associate degree in combination with relevant experience in Purchasing, Materials or Engineering background with specialized knowledge on focused group of commodities can also be considered.
    * 5 years of relevant working experience. Must possess analytical/critical thinking skills.
    * Experience working in an ERP environment (SAP a plus). MS Office aptitude. Systems skills with SAP, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Aribia is a preference.
    * Knowledge of Supply Chain programs (Consignment, Kanban, JIT, VMI, Lean, CI, etc.) and ability to manage project execution of these programs.
    * Role requires broad knowledge and good experience with Commodities (Mechanical-type Hardware {Vendor Managed Programs} is highly preferred). Experience in Category or Commodity Management with strong negotiation skills, demonstration of supplier relationship management and leadership capabilities.
    * Ability to work independently and being self-motivated are also components of this Role.
    * Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal) with a strong focus on customer service. Strong relational skills, ability to work with all departments, foster teamwork and a positive work environment.
    * CPIM, CSCP or CPM Certification are a plus.
    * This will be a hybrid role and could potentially allow remote work 3 days and in office work 2 days each week. This role will be based at our facilities in Longview, TX.

    Additional Information

    Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

    Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

     

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  • Tyler, TX OTHER
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  • Nacogdoches, TX FULL_TIME
  • Working at Bottlecap Alley is about making hungry people happy. Its about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning some cash. If you're ready to take the next step in your care...
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Hospital Case Management Director
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Athens, TX FULL_TIME
  • A Medical Center located in Southeast of Dallas is seeking a Director Care Management to join their care team dedicated to providing high quality care to every patient that walks through their doors. ...
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Regional Director Risk Management
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Sulphur, TX FULL_TIME
  • An excellent opportunity is immediately available in Eastern Texas for the experienced Health System Risk Management Director! Working in close collaboration with the Regional Director of Quality, the...
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RN Director Care Management
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Sulphur, TX FULL_TIME
  • A Medical Center located in Northeast of Dallas is seeking a Director Care Management to join their care team dedicated to providing high quality care to every patient that walks through their doors. ...
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Mammography Technologist - Longview - PRN
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description Summary: Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing a wide variety of mammographic procedures wh...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Crna - Anesthesiology
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description Summary: CHRISTUS Health is expanding its ministry at CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, Tex...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician - Internal Medicine
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description CHRISTUS Health is seeking a board certified or board eligible Internal Medicine Physician to join an establ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Np/Pa - Internal Medicine
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic, home to one of the largest multispecialty groups in Texas, is seeking a NP/ PA to j...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician - Vascular Surgeon
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic, home to one of the largest multispecialty groups in Texas, is seeking a Vascular Su...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patient Access Representative Lead - Admitting - Full Time
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description Summary: Acts as a lead resource person to provide guidance and accountability for the Admitting department ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Neonatal NP - Nicu
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description Summary: PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- CHRISTUS-Longview Malpractice Insurance Epic EMR CHRISTUS Trinity ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supervisor Laboratory - Longview - Full Time
  • Christus Health
  • Longview, TX
  • Description Summary: This position meets the minimum CLIA qualifications of a Laboratory General Supervisor, and under t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Longview is the forty-fifth largest city in the state of Texas. The city is mostly located in Gregg County, of which it is the county seat; a small part of Longview extends into the western part of neighboring Harrison County. Longview is located in East Texas, where Interstate 20 and U.S. Highways 80 and 259 converge just north of the Sabine River. According to the 2010 U.S. census, the city had a population of 80,455. The estimated population in 2017 was 81,522. Longview is the principal city of the Longview metropolitan statistical area, comprising Gregg, Upshur, and Rusk counties. The popu...
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